Translation of Japanese word "手袋" to English
手袋
てぶくろ
[tebukuro]
IPA: /tebukuro/
Meaning
NounA covering for the hand, typically with separate sheaths for each finger and the thumb.
How to use
手袋 (tebukuro) — 'gloves / mittens'. 手袋をはめる / する — wear gloves. Fundamental vocabulary item used across formal and informal Japanese speech and writing.
🇬🇧 English
gloves
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 手袋
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): てぶくろ
Romaji Transcription: tebukuro
Example Sentences
私は手袋を買いました。
わたしは てぶくろを かいました。
I bought gloves.
手袋を忘れてきてしまった。
てぶくろを わすれてきてしまった。
I forgot to bring my gloves.
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Common phrases
- 防寒用の手袋— gloves for cold protection
- 手袋をはめる— put on gloves
- 革の手袋— leather gloves
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "手袋" mean?▼
The Japanese word "手袋" means "gloves" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "手袋"?▼
The word "手袋" is read as "てぶくろ" (tebukuro). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "私は手袋を買いました。".
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